School Finance Officer

Bridge Education; Darwen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Darwen is seeking an experienced part-time Finance Officer to support their finance team. Responsibilities include bank reconciliation, month-end processes, and school finance administration. Candidates should have a background in school finance, particularly in Blackburn. This role offers flexible hours and requires a strong understanding of school finance procedures. Pay is between £14-£18 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Blackburn-based school.
• Proven experience completing bank reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of school finance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliation matching financial records to bank statements.
• Support month-end finance processes.
• Handle general school-based finance administration.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

Confident user of SIMS/FMS (SMS)

Understanding of school finance procedures

Ability to work accurately

Job description

We are currently supporting a local Primary School in Darwen who are seeking an experienced part‑time Finance Officer to join their team as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities

• Bank reconciliation (matching SMS financial records to bank statements)
• Supporting month‑end finance processes
• Ordering and invoicing darparu
• General school‑based finance administration

Essential requirements

• Previous experience working in a Blackburn‑based school
• Confident user of SIMS / FMS (SMS) for school finance
• Proven experience completing bank reconciliations
• Strong understanding of school finance procedures
• Ability to work accurately and independently

Additional information

• Hours are flexible and open to discussion
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service would be a strong advantage due to the urgent requirement
• Pay: £14‑£18 per hour, dependent on experience

This role would suit an experienced school finance professional seeking flexible, part‑time work within a supportive primary school environment.